exhumation
2 synonyms and 3 antonyms for exhumation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of digging up a body that has been buried.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
digging up
disinterment
Antonyms
Etymology
From "exhume" plus "-ation."
Full origin of exhumation →Frequently asked questions
What does “exhumation” mean?
The word “exhumation” means the act of digging up a body that has been buried. In plain terms, digging up a grave to recover a buried body.
How do you pronounce “exhumation”?
“Exhumation” is pronounced ehks-hyoo-MAY-shuhn (/ˌɛks.hjuːˈmeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “exhumation” in a sentence?
Here is “exhumation” used in a sentence: “Police ordered the exhumation of the body to gather new evidence.”
What is the opposite of “exhumation”?
The opposite of “exhumation” — its antonyms — are burial, inhumation and interment.
What part of speech is “exhumation”?
“Exhumation” is a noun.